2009 Honda Insight vs. 2012 Chevrolet Sonic
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Sonic is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Honda Insight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Honda Insight would be higher. At 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Sonic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Sonic (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2009 Honda Insight. (87 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Sonic should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Insight.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Chevrolet Sonic (169 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Insight. (121 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Sonic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Insight | 2012 Chevrolet Sonic | |
| Make | Honda | Chevrolet |
| Model | Insight | Sonic |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4039 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1735 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1516 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2525 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 46 L |
